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And the RAC’s Pete Williams said Storm Harvey had hit a quarter of America’s refining system, slashing output by 4.4 million barrels a day. He said the price of crude has increased to $52.79 following the catastrophic Houston floods.

“The ongoing crisis in Texas could have a prolonged impact on demand and, in turn, the wholesale price – so we may see further price increases on the UK forecourt," he said.